Wake up to scenic lakes or head to the winter slopes when camping near Hot Springs.
Hot Springs lives up to its name as a top spot to camp near mineral hot springs. Set up at a private permaculture garden retreat center near the mineral waters with tent and RV campsites, or head east to Flathead Lake for swimming, sailing, fishing, and lakeside picnics. Public campgrounds in the area tend to have water views and amenities like bathroom facilities and barbecue areas, while cabin rentals come with fully stocked. Take a day away from the water at Lolo National Forest to hike, bike, or horseback ride its varied wilderness. Tent and RV camping in the area is a bit more rugged, but includes potable water and flushing toilets. Then, journey north from Hot Springs to Kootenai National Forest, where trails for hiking and biking wind through river canyons and over rocky formations. Winter isn’t off limits either—ice fishing, skiing, and snowshoeing are all popular in the forest, where it’s possible to set up at year-round tent and RV campsites with full hookups, firepits, and pet-friendly areas.